Premature Activation of Pancreatic Proteolytic Enzymes is Prevented By

Question

Premature activation of pancreatic proteolytic enzymes is prevented by A) Synthesis as inactive precursors B) Sequestration away from activator Ca²⁺ C) Enterokinase inhibitor D) Inhibitory amino acids within the secretory granules E) Concentration of the enzyme in the granules

Accepted Answer

Pancreatic proteolytic enzymes are synthesized as inactive precursors called zymogens, which prevents their premature activation and potential damage to the pancreas.